Our recent stay at 127 Clinton from Friday, August 29th to Monday, September 1st. Unfortunately,…read morethe conditions of the property made our experience unpleasant and disruptive. From the beginning of our stay, we encountered an intense sewer backup odor that persisted throughout the weekend. As time went on, the smell worsened, accompanied by noticeable mold and mildew odors. We communicated immediately and on several occasions that there was an issue at the property. Beachwalk Properties was non responsive on several occasions. On two occasions, we were asked to leave the property so staff could attempt to address the issue. Despite these efforts, the odor remained and we continued to be significantly inconvenienced. Beachwalk informed us there was nothing else they could do and there were no other properties available for our large group Staff onsite acknowledged that while roots were cleared from the system, the basement had not been properly remediated--leaving the property in a state that was neither safe nor comfortable for guests. Beachwalk Properties declined any compensation for our inconvenience and I'll add were unkind. We will not be renting from them again and buyer beware.

We had issues with our rental at Little Piece of Haven, managed by Beachwalk Properties and we…read morethink our experience may help others. This review is not to whine but rather to help future renters of this or other properties owned by one party and managed by a third party. After 2 rentals over 2 years, we found Beachwalk Properties to be responsive to our issues. And the property, Little Piece of Haven, could be marvelous. We regret there was failure by all parties. The issue is that Beachwalk Properties is only the management company. They are entirely dependent on the property owner to make repairs, give financial consideration for non-performance and even, in our case, to remove the pool cover. Little Piece of Haven is a very high quality property and priced accordingly. For serious money one has reasonable expectations that the property will perform, that things that are wrong will be made right and in the event of genuine non performance, a financial adjustment will be made as a last resort. Regrettably, none of this was true. Swimming Pool - We were unable to access the pool for 20 hours after taking possession because the pool cover mechanism failed. Only after consultation with the property owner on our second day did the management company learn how to manually winch open the cover. Once open, it could not be closed all week, presenting an unanticipated hazard, filling with debris and unable to maintain its heated temperature. In sum, a huge and disappointing failure. The pool was the main reason for renting this property. Inoperable stove hood fan. Set off smoke alarm The stove hood fan was both inoperable. Discovered in the middle of meal preparation, the unanticipated smoke set off the smoke alarms. (pictured) Although reported, there was no repair or acknowledgement of the failure. Garbage and Recyclables - Filled cans Apparently we arrived on the "off" week for trash & recycling pickup. So we got to enjoy full containers, bag our trash and store in the garage. An extra container was provided mid way through our stay. Creepy Video Surveillance The video camera at the rear door was pointed directly at the hot tub. Security is one thing but this just creeped us out. Who's watching? Loose Dogs Neighbor dogs ran around off-leash. Because, you know, freedom. Unfortunately, dog poop littered the front property. Cleanliness and Maintenance Bring a screwdriver and hammer. Minor annoyances like torn shower curtains (pictured), drawers, bathroom door locks needed attention. It was like being home, except more expensive. And the carpets, ugh, needed attention. The carpeted steps were actually black. I mean the place had probably been cleaned deeply perhaps at the beginning of the season. But by July it needed more serious attention than the 4 or 5 hour turnover between tenants permitted. And it showed it. Temperature Control This is a multi-level property. Regrettably there is poor zone control. Those in the top rooms can be comfortable while those at the lower levels have temperatures 8 to 10 degrees lower. In sum, do better Beachwalk Properties. You're known by the company you keep. Little Piece of Haven is doing you a disservice. And your inflexibility to demonstrate any consideration for this failure was unbusinesslike and very much caveat emptor.

Ryan and Mandy are true professionals. This will be our second year with them managing our rental…read morehouse. We can feel comfortable knowing that they will handle any renter concerns. They have a true hands on approach. My wife and I consider ourselves luck to have found them. Bob Masini

We used Big Blue Rentals (via VRBO) for a last minute rental in South Haven. There was a slight…read moremix-up due to the last minute booking but Ryan personally came out within 10 mins and resolved. He remained available during our entire stay and regularly texted me to make sure everything was going perfectly. The property we stayed in was brand new and was a fantastic set up. Ryan and his team was extra accommodating and communicative which we appreciated as we know there are many renters during a South Haven summer and they are super busy! Will definitely prefer to use them again going forward.

Shore Real Estate proved to be invaluable when trying to relocate in South Haven. Besides providing…read moreexceptional service, they continued to be helpful even after the closing. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants to deal with fair, honest, reliable brokers and agents Jane Cowley.

Dan Way is the consummate professional. From the outset he made our concerns and interests his. He…read moreconsistently represented us professionally and thoroughly, going above and beyond any reasonable expectation we had. We were constantly updated on all processes and, as there was considerable negotiation through the process, we were fully informed and included. He carefully reviewed all options and ideas we had about the negotiation and he represented our point of view better than we likely could have. We have bought and sold a number of homes in our lives and can easily say we have never been better represented. H & B

Ryan is the utmost professional.He lives and loves in SoHa. HE is an amazing human and realtorread more

Ryan was recommended to us by several different people as an excellent agent when we were searching…read morefor our vacation home. He was an invaluable resource, both personable and professional. There were several bumps in the road on our way to ownership, and Ryan was able to walk us through each of them and to help us find solutions. When the original property was unexpectedly taken off the market, Ryan was quick to help us find another property that even better met our needs. Throughout the buying process, he worked with the bank to make sure that our lending process went smoothly. In addition, we are now looking forward to working with him as our rental agent for our second home. We are enjoying our vacation home, and looking forward to making many memories in South Haven!

Amy o Sullivan simply gave my listing to her assistant. It crashed and burned. Kate is horrible…read more Amy is worse. Don't hire. She won't prioritize your listing. She will be out golfing while Kate is screwing things up.

If I could post zero stars, I would. Buyer Beware! Read their contract thoroughly - they are…read moreresponsible for managing your rental calendar and collecting your cash - nothing more. Chris is useless, his standard response is "how do you expect us to ...." fill in the blank. When the billing is wrong month after month, the response is: how do you expect us to check every statement. When the clearing is subpar and your renters give you a bad review because of it, the response is: how do you expect us to check the quality of the cleaning. I could go on and on. Don't waste your time with Jaqua Property Management.

Emily exceeded expectations in assisting me with the purchase of multiple properties. She conducted…read morethorough research each property and consistently helped me secure favorable pricing. Emily delivers a truly personalized experience tailored to her clients needs and demonstrates a genuine passion for real estate. I look forward to working with her again in the future.

Emily was wonderful to work with. She pays attention to detail and ensured we were set up with the…read morebest possible outcomes for building our new home with Eastbrook Homes. We'll always recommend Emily to friends and family who are buying or building in West Michigan!

DO NOT rent with Bluewater Vacation Rentals. Terrible customer service, they steal your money, the…read morefront desk will screen your calls, and no one will help. My family never got our deposits back ($6K) worth, despite them renting out the homes. It clearly states this in the rental agreement- yet we were never refunded the money. After we cancelled our reservations, multiple attempts were made to discuss the rental of the homes and refunding of our deposits. They will not contact you despite these attempts to communicate both email, phone, and certified letter. I have attempted for over a year to get a response and refund from them to no avail. I have rented with many vacation rentals and without a doubt this company is the worst and not worth losing your money or terrible customer service.

Renter Beware! I will never do business with Bluewater Vacation Rentals again. While South Haven…read moreis a beautiful spot to live or vacation in Southwestern Michigan, this company has poor business ethics and practices. Extremely frustrating to communicate and work with them. They do not honor contract agreements. Kept our $6,000 even after renting out the property we originally secured. Bluewater Vacation Rentals cannot be trusted. My family is now pursuing possible legal action against them.

I had to call several times to have my roof tarped. The eventual tarp did not cover the holes…read more After delays, they literally shoveled the snow from my roof- roofing should "cure" in some sun and heat. I had to call to request the job be completed. They charged me for work that was promised, and then over charged that work. I do not recommend. I wish I had not left their sign in my front yard- in a very popular area- for four months!

The work was beautiful. The timeline exceptionally long. They provided no documentation of costs…read moreand I feel we've been overcharged by at least $200,000.

We just had a relaxing stay at the Black House on Beech, a Juniper Holiday + Home in the charming…read moreVillage of Three Oaks, MI. The company provided a detailed manual of instructions, attractions, and notes (Wi-Fi, lock box) prior to check-in. We were also surprised with some sweet treats and a bottle of wine upon arrival. The Black House on Beech is a small stunner called The Starling. Perhaps The Startling might be more apropos because it is a 2-story 3BR, 2BA house on a small footprint painted a pure matte black. Inside is modern and simple, decorated in black and white. They've considered every comfort -- there's a sauna, a hot tub, fire pit and hammock-- outside. Connect to the house Wi-Fi, watch a movie, play some tunes on the turntable, challenge your companions to a few board games--inside. Or walk a few minutes to Staymaker Restaurant at Journeyman Distillery, stock up on staples at Froehlich's Kitchen & Pantry, or enjoy a casual lunch/brunch at Oaks Eatery. This is a fine getaway for a small group or family. We only had a small mixup with the Wi-Fi but they were very responsive and this was cleared up right away. All the amenities at a small and quiet oasis. We didn't use the sauna but will be ready to try it on a return visit.

Some girlfriends and I celebrated a 50th birthday at Sunset Manor, an absolutely amazing lakefront…read morehome in Grand Beach, MI. The house was beautifully appointed, with a fantastic pool, hot tub, and breathtaking views. But more important than the house was the service and the "little extras" provided by Juniper Holiday + Home. From start to finish, they communicated everything we needed, making the trip easy and enjoyable. When we asked questions about the area and concierge services for our celebration, they were attentive and helpful. I can't say enough great things about the entire experience--my friend loved every moment of her celebratory vacation!